Jim Thompson
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About the Author
Jim Thompson was an American author and screenwriter famously known for his hardboiled crime fiction. He wrote more than 30 books majority of which were original paperback. Despite gaining positive critics notably by Anthony Boucher, he was little recognized in his lifetime. He was born in Anadarko, Oklahoma and began writing at an early age. Few of his short story pieces were published in his mid-teens. He was bright and well-read but had little regard informal education. For two years during prohibition in Texas, Thomson worked as a ballboy during the nights while attending school in the day. In the first few days of the World War II, he worked at an aircraft factory where the FBI often investigated him due to his early connection with the Communist Party. These events formed a foundatio. Jim Thompson is the author of over 38 books across 3 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Jim Thompson has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
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Now and on Earth 'Now and on Earth' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jim Thompson has created.(1942) ⭐ Start here
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Heed the Thunder The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Heed the Thunder', another thrilling entry from Jim Thompson.(1946) ⭐ Start here
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Nothing More Than Murder / Murder at the Bijou In 'Nothing More Than Murder / Murder at the Bijou', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1949) ⭐ Start here
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Cropper's Cabin / Sharecropper Hell The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Cropper's Cabin / Sharecropper Hell', another thrilling entry from Jim Thompson.(1952) ⭐ Start here
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The Killer Inside Me In 'The Killer Inside Me', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1952) ⭐ Start here
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Bad Boy Experience the magic of 'Bad Boy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1953) ⭐ Start here
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The Criminal In 'The Criminal', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1953) ⭐ Start here
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Recoil Join the adventure in 'Recoil' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1953) ⭐ Start here
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The Alcoholics 'The Alcoholics' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jim Thompson has created.(1953) ⭐ Start here
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Savage Night In 'Savage Night', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1953) ⭐ Start here
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The Golden Gizmo Join the adventure in 'The Golden Gizmo' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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A Swell-Looking Babe Join the adventure in 'A Swell-Looking Babe' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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The Nothing Man Join the adventure in 'The Nothing Man' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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A Hell of a Woman Join the adventure in 'A Hell of a Woman' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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Roughneck Join the adventure in 'Roughneck' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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King Blood Experience the magic of 'King Blood' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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After Dark, My Sweet Experience the magic of 'After Dark, My Sweet' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1955) ⭐ Start here
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The Kill-Off In 'The Kill-Off', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1957) ⭐ Start here
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Wild Town 'Wild Town' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jim Thompson has created.(1957) ⭐ Start here
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The Getaway The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Getaway', another thrilling entry from Jim Thompson.(1958) ⭐ Start here
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The Transgressors In 'The Transgressors', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1961) ⭐ Start here
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The Grifters Join the adventure in 'The Grifters' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1963) ⭐ Start here
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Pop. 1280 In 'Pop. 1280', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1964) ⭐ Start here
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Texas by the Tail 'Texas by the Tail' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jim Thompson has created.(1965) ⭐ Start here
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South of Heaven The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'South of Heaven', another thrilling entry from Jim Thompson.(1967) ⭐ Start here
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Ironside Experience the magic of 'Ironside' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1967) ⭐ Start here
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The Undefeated The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Undefeated', another thrilling entry from Jim Thompson.(1969) ⭐ Start here
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Nothing But a Man 'Nothing But a Man' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jim Thompson has created.(1970) ⭐ Start here
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Child of Rage Join the adventure in 'Child of Rage' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Thompson.(1972) ⭐ Start here
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The Cellini Chalice Experience the magic of 'The Cellini Chalice' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1988) ⭐ Start here
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The Rip-Off The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Rip-Off', another thrilling entry from Jim Thompson.(1989) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Collections
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ireworks: The Lost Writings Join the adventure in 'ireworks: The Lost Writings' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by Jim Thompson.(1988)
Publication Order of Anthologies
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City Sleuths and Tough Guys Join the adventure in 'City Sleuths and Tough Guys' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Thompson.(1989)
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Murder Plus In 'Murder Plus', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Thompson.(1992)
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First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Writers Experience the magic of 'First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Writers' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1994)
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Pulp Frictions: Hardboiled Stories In 'Pulp Frictions: Hardboiled Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1996)
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The Mammoth Encyclopedia of Modern Crime Fiction 'The Mammoth Encyclopedia of Modern Crime Fiction' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Thompson.(2002)
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Robots The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Robots', another thrilling entry from Jim Thompson.(2008)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Jim Thompson?
Jim Thompson is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 38 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Collections, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Jim Thompson book series to start with?
For readers new to Jim Thompson's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 31 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Jim Thompson's writing.
Q: How many books has Jim Thompson written?
Jim Thompson has written over 38 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.